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Newspaper
Washington Evening Journal
Location
Washington, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1971
Page
4
A May 10 1971 Washington Iowa Evening Journal editorial laments high migration and urges neighbors to welcome newcomers. It critiques a proposed number recall meter by the Department of Transportation and GM, noting its dial start check and three-attempt lockout. The piece mocks memory demands for phone numbers and notes seniors may struggle with such systems.
In an editorial fragment from the Clarinda Herald-Journal, readers debate a state rule requiring motorcycle operators to wear helmets and face shields. The writers admit ignorance on the topic, note legislators’ prior votes against the rule, and discuss safety arguments while citing Earth Week statistics from the U.S. Geological Survey.
University of Washington researchers report that the enzyme glutaminase can destroy Ehrlich tumor in mice by depriving cancer cells of glutamine. In tests three of five treated mice were tumor free, while untreated mice died. Researchers aim to extend trials and assess side effects.
Des Moines IDPA reports Governor Robert Ray faces a sliding budget with the House eyeing a 600 million spending level. Rankin warns deficits near 1 million, while lawmakers debate tax raises to fund schools and offset red ink. Key figures include Gerry D Rankin Senator Francis Messerly and Lt. Gov. Roger Jepsen.
A collage of quips and trivia spans from shark bites and ancient czars to dieting tips and social etiquette. It cites vodka rituals, calorie math for 125 pounds, daily police ratios, and a quiz on state taxes, plus a whimsy on poetic state names and twin legends.
A South player opens four hearts and West opts for a bold king of spades lead. The article cites Pietro Forquet and Peter Leventritt in the 1957 Italy U S match, showing how a leading attacking spade can defeat contracts and illustrate that opening leads often decide the score.
Crawfordsville Lions Club met April 26 with twenty members present in the school lunch room. President Larry Fletcher presided. The Pony Show date set for July 24. Project Sarfaco Violin students performed. thirty two students and violins pleased the crowd. Refreshments by Fred Stone, Earl Walker, and Clay Finke. Next meeting a dinner on May 10. Rural Mail Carriers and Auxiliary of Washington County met at Sam Weeks home in Washington Wednesday. Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Fletcher attended. The Achen birthday party for Tom Achen 14 held April 24 at home of Nick and Mrs. Achen. attendees listed. Fairfield Lions Club meeting attended by Alfred Davis and others for 50th anniversary. Crawfordsville Alumni Class of 1921 open house June 12 in room 102 at Crawfordsville School from 5:15 p.m. to dinner. Attendees named. Also listed are various local vehicle and company names connected to attendees.
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